PASSED! by Andrea Ketchmark, Executive Director of the North Country Trail Association The North Country National Scenic Trail Route Adjustment Act is legislation that includes two important changes to the route of the NCT: A change in Minnesota called the Arrowhead and an extension into Vermont to meet the famed Appalachian Trail. Although both changes […]

by Andrea Ketchmark, Executive Director of the North Country Trail Association It’s 25 days into the Federal Government shutdown. We have all seen the pictures of national parks where visitors have overrun campgrounds, left behind mountains of trash, damaged natural resources that will take years to recover and cultural resources that can never be replaced. […]

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Today, we’re excited to announce the next release in our new map series: the NCT in Minnesota. We have 92 maps, coming in at just over 486 miles. The NCT in Minnesota runs through a diverse tapestry of landscapes, perfect for the day or longer distance hiker. Welcome to the Land of Sky-Blue Water! The […]